A surprisingly large majority of men who have a skin care routine apply their products in the morning and then assume they’re done for the day. However, your skin needs to be nourished throughout the day and the night. Obviously, you can’t apply products while you sleep, but you can take care of your skin in the evening before you go to bed. While morning routines typically focus on cleansing the skin and preparing it for sun exposure, evening routines focus more on repairing and maintaining a healthy barrier until the next morning.
The best night skin care routine for men will vary from one man to the next, but the basics of nighttime skin care are applicable to men of pretty much any skin type. Anthony offers all of the skin care products you need to develop a night time skin care routine that works for you, but in the meantime, continue reading to learn why adding (or improving) a skin care routine for men at night is an excellent decision.
Best Night Skincare Routine For Men
Once again, every man’s skin is unique. Consequently, we’re going to provide you with broad-stroke steps to develop a great night time skin care routine. However, you might need to tweak some of these steps, focus on specific areas of your face, or adapt this process to be better for your skin type (dry, oily, sensitive, etc). So, with that in mind, let’s check out our step-by-step guide for men’s night time skin care.
1. Cleanse Your Face Thoroughly
Cleansing is necessary in the morning and at night, but it serves slightly different purposes at different times. Throughout the day, sweat, oil, and even tiny pieces of dirt build up on your skin. Cleansing in the morning prepares your skin for the products you need throughout the day (and washes away any sweat or oil that may have accumulated overnight). Cleansing at night, on the other hand, does more heavy lifting, because most men produce more oil and sweat and collect more dirt and debris on their skin during the day. So, use a cleanser suited to your skin type to thoroughly cleanse your face at night.
Anthony offers several excellent cleansers for various skin types, as well as for morning or nighttime use. Our Glycolic Facial Cleanser is good for normal to oily skin (AM or PM), while our Algae Facial Cleanser is suitable for normal to dry skin (AM or PM).
2. Apply a Repair Serum
Serums absorb quickly and deliver concentrated ingredients deeper into the skin than most traditional skin care products. Many serums contain retinol, which encourages cell turnover and reduces fine lines. Ingredients like glycolic acid also brighten dull areas and improve skin tone that has become “dull” throughout the course of the day. Apply a few drops of a quality serum after cleansing, pressing it gently into the skin. Wait a minute before applying any other products to ensure that it’s had enough time to be absorbed.
Anthony’s High Performance Anti-Wrinkle Glycolic Peptide Serum absorbs quickly and is lightweight (two things you should look for in most night time creams and serums) and promotes smoother, firmer skin. The Glycolic acid gently exfoliates so you don’t have to add an extra step to your night time routine, but you can still benefit from the improved skin tone and texture. At the same time, the peptides boost collagen production to reduce fine lines and help your skin look young — even while you sleep!
3. Use an Eye Cream
Like the facial creams you use in the morning, you typically don’t want to get most skin care products anywhere near your eyes. This is where a good eye cream comes in. After a long day of work (or even a day of lounging around on the couch), you’ll probably find yourself with puffy eyes and those unflattering, dark under-eye circles. A dedicated eye cream is safer to use around the thinner skin surrounding the eyes (but still be careful not to get the cream in your eyes). Use your ring finger to dab a small amount under each eye and be careful not to tug at the skin, as it is thinner and more susceptible to damage and irritation.
Anthony’s High Performance Continuous Moisture Eye Cream hydrates the area around your eyes with shea butter and squalane. It’s also designed to reduce puffiness with caffeine, but don’t worry because it won’t keep you up at night. This is another great cream that’s great for AM or PM applications, but the addition of vitamins A, C, and E make it a great night time skin care product that can brighten and protect the delicate under-eye area.
4. Moisturize with a Lightweight Night Cream
Skin loses moisture as you sleep, which is part of the reason why a night time skin care routine is necessary in the first place. A good moisturizer will strengthen the skin barrier and lock in hydration while you catch some Zs. For men with dry skin, consider a heavier cream in the morning and a lighter cream at night. Those with oily skin may prefer a lightweight formula all the time. Either way, simply apply the moisturizer that suits your needs after the serums and eye cream to seal in hydration.
Anthony’s All Purpose Facial Moisturizer lives up to its name because it really is the best moisturizer for all occasions and skin types. Its non-greasy formula hydrates but doesn’t clog pores. It also contains glycerin to attract moisture, aloe to soothe irritated skin, and wheat protein to improve skin elasticity and help your skin look younger with regular use.
5. Try Out a Weekly Face Mask
You might not need a face mask every night, but the rejuvenating effects are great to use on a weekly or even bi-weekly basis to counter dullness, oiliness, and dehydration all at once. Clay-based masks, for example, absorb excess oil and remove impurities from the skin more effectively than most traditional exfoliators. Use a face mask once a week after cleansing, then follow with your regular night time routine.
Anthony’s Deep Pore Cleansing Clay Mask is the perfect mask to control oil production and unclog pores before you call it a night. It contains kaolin and bentonite clay to detoxify the skin, as well as aloe vera to provide soothing hydration that will help you drift off to sleep in comfort.
Anthony’s Skin Care Routine For Men at Night
At Anthony, we have the expertise to help you revitalize your skin and make it look and feel better than ever. However, without the right products — and the determination to use them consistently — you might not see the results you want. A consistent night time routine will absolutely result in healthier, younger-looking skin over time. Cleansing, exfoliating, and moisturizing should always be included, while serums, eye creams, and face masks provide additional benefits. Make sure to browse through our wide collection of men’s skincare products to match your skin type and make them a part of your nightly routine.
Want to learn even more about men’s night time skin care routines? If so, be sure to check out the great products and solutions available at Anthony today!
